As Israeli offensive in Gaza intensifies, is there still pathway to peace?

WBUR | By Here & Now Newsroom

Published September 2, 2025 at 11:49 AM EDT

A displaced Palestinian youth stands on top of a broken cart as she flees northern Gaza Strip with her family, moving with their belongings along the Sea Road, in Gaza City, Monday, Sept. 1, 2025. (Jehad Alshrafi/AP)

Israel is moving ahead with its plan to intensify its offensive in Gaza City.

Host Robin Young checks in on hostage negotiations and ceasefire progress with former Middle East hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin.

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This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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